Studying in Belgium vs. France
Belgium and France are both popular study destinations — but the price tag, visa rules, and currency differ. We pulled the numbers from our cost calculator: monthly living averages €1,246 in Belgium and €1,424 in France.
Side-by-side comparison
Verdict
Cheaper tuition
France
Cheaper monthly living
Belgium
Lower visa proof of funds
France
Side-by-side comparison
Belgium
France
Currency
EUR (€)
EUR (€)
Public tuition (annual)
€4,175
€3,000
Private tuition (annual)
€12,000
€12,000
Monthly living (city avg)
€1,246 / mo
€1,424 / mo
Visa proof of funds
€9,108
Proof of means (≈ €759/month) for Type D student visa
€7,380
Long-stay visa: €615/month proof
Cities tracked
Brussels, Leuven, Ghent, Antwerp
Paris, Lyon, Toulouse
Figures are 2026 reference estimates from our cost calculator. Actual costs vary by city, program, and lifestyle.